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Iran says closed Strait of Hormuz as US deal hits obstacle ahead of Swiss talks
🇮🇱 IsraelJun 20, 2026 21:05SRC: FRANCE 24BY: FRANCE 24
INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY
Iran said Saturday it had closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon, while warning that upcoming talks with the United States in Switzerland are unlikely to advance unless the fighting stops. President Donald Trump countered by threatening U.S.-imposed tolls on shipping through the strategic waterway if a final agreement is not reached within 60 days.
DETAILED REPORT
Iran said Saturday it had closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon, while warning that upcoming talks with the United States in Switzerland are unlikely to advance unless the fighting stops. President Donald Trump countered by threatening U.S.-imposed tolls on shipping through the strategic waterway if a final agreement is not reached within 60 days.
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